Join us from mauka to makai with a full day of events in collaboration with the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, Inner Alignment Studios, Tan & Salty, Hawaiian Goat Coffee, and Hawaiian Oasis. Starting on the Mauka (mountain) and ending at the Makai (sea)

Schedule of events:
🌳 Please register separately for Mauka & Makai🌳

MAUKA: Register for Makai through this link here

9:30am-12pm:

Cloud Forest Mālama ‘Āina: planting trees and tending to the land

Location: Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, Kailua-Kona, HI

...then to

MAKAI: Register for Makai through this link here

1pm - Sunset:

*times below may vary slightly

(1pm) Zero Waste Potluck: please no "single use" items

(2pm) Talk story with Drew McWhirter and Brooke Olenski from the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary

(3pm) Beach Cleanup: Pāhoehoe & Magic Sands Beach

(4pm) Yoga Flow with Kelsey from Inner Alignment Studios

(5pm) Lei Making Class with Angie from Tan & Salty

(6pm) Sound Bath by Brooke Olenski & Drew McWhirter from the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary

Location: Pāhoehoe Beach Park, Kailua-Kona, HI

A zero-waste potluck is a community gathering where guests share homemade food while minimizing or eliminating waste, focusing on sustainability through reusable dishes, bulk-sourced ingredients, and composting. It prioritizes environmental care by avoiding single-use plastics and packaging, utilizing reusable containers, and managing food waste.

Key Elements of a Zero Waste Potluck:

• Reusable Tableware: Guests use real plates, glasses, and cutlery rather than disposable paper or plastic alternatives.
• Minimal Packaging: Ingredients are bought at local farmers' markets or in bulk, reducing plastic produce bags and packaging waste.
• Sustainable Transport: Dishes are brought in reusable containers with lids instead of plastic wrap or foil.
• Waste Management: A "waste station" is provided, with clear bins for composting food scraps and recycling, reducing trash.
• Leftover Management: Leftovers are sent home with guests to avoid food waste.

Examples of Zero Waste Potluck Items & Practices:

• Finger Foods: Items that do not require utensils to eat, such as veggie sticks, mini sandwiches, or pizza.
• Bulk-Bin Dishes: Salads, snacks, or dips made from ingredients bought in bulk.
• Reusable Decor: Using cloth napkins, fabric linens, and natural decorations like herbs or flowers instead of single-use decorations.
• Simple Drinks: Serving drinks in pitchers, such as lemonade or water, rather than buying plastic bottles.

*Please bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated and avoid single-use plastic. We recommend wearing close toed shoes for safety, and if needed, use reef safe sunscreen.

Email us with any questions:

cleanrewards@gmail.com